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New Stuff for Monkey's and PP77

I have so many fun new things I had trouble choosing for this week's Monkey Challenge : ) I decided to pair the Monkey Challenge with the Paper Players Love Challenge for this week. I broke out "new" colours....at least to me, Blushing Bride, Riding Hood Red and Basic Black....new stamps, new Designer Series Paper, new Smooch Spritz, new Embossing folders and the brand new Hearts Framelits. So much fun!

Here is the result:

Happy Valentine's Day

I have not really used Smooch Spritz before this week and I'm really pleased with the results of the Blushing Bride spritz. I think I'm going to have to invest in some of the other shades : ) I love the shimmering effect that it leaves on the hearts.

And, believe it or not, the Word Window punch is new to me. I took advantage of the great sales on Stampin' Up's Clearance Rack to get it.

I love all of the texture on your card! It's wonderful. I bought that spritz, but haven't used it yet. After seeing your card, I'll have to break it out. Thanks for taking part in our A La Card Monkey challenge!

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I have been and Independent Demonstrator with Stampin' Up! for the past five years. In my "day-job" I teach Civics part time at a local high school. I am supported in my artistic endeavours by my wonderful husband and two children.
When I'm not teaching, stamping or chasing my kids around, I enjoy gardening, biking, exploring the woods behind my home and camping with my family.